Kolbein.—In that case more forethought was shown by Bishop Gudmund than he was accustomed to show when he was alive.
(BISHOP BOTOLF becomes uneasy; KOLBEIN's men look at each other smiling.)
Helgi.—The revelation of the saintliness of Holy Bishop Gudmund has affected me so much, my lord, that I forgot to have all the bells of the church rung. (Intends to leave.)
Botolf.—Wait with that a little while, Helgi.
Haf.—They will ring of themselves when the time has come.
Kolbein.—Where are you from?
(ILLUGI remains silent, as to all following questions. The boy always looks at him first before answering, making reply only when he sees that ILLUGI remains silent.)
Kolbein.—Where are you two from?
The Boy.—From the Hornstrands, my lord!
Kolbein.—What was Thord Kakali about when you left?